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For Cesar Chavez, dignity always meant more than money. As a child growing up in California during the Great Depression, Cesar picked produce with his family to make ends meet. The work was backbreaking, the pay was very low, and many families, including his, were homeless. Cesar Chavez later dedicated his life to helping American farmworkers. He argued for better pay and fair working conditions, and was even jailed for his efforts. But he never stopped urging people to stand up for their rights. Young readers will be inspired by the fascinating life story of this champion of social justice.

Edition: Reprint

Number of Pages: 1

Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction

Sub-Genre: Biography & Autobiography, People & Places, History

Series Title: Picture Book Biographes

Format: Paperback

Publisher: Penguin Distribution Childrens

Age Range: 4-8 years

Book theme: Social Activists, United States, Hispanic & Latino, 20th Century